How to Freshen a Stinky Microwave
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I don’t know about you, but the microwave is one of the things that I resist cleaning.
I’m not sure if it’s just because it’s up high and hard to reach {which it’s not, btw} or if I’m just lazy prefer to do other things. Probably the latter, but the jury’s still out eating Chinese.
But I’ve figured out a way to clean and freshen it that works for the lazy girl!
What you need:
- All Natural All Purpose Household Cleaner
- 1 Cup of Vinegar
- 1 lemon, sliced
How to Freshen a Stinky Microwave
First, take your All Natural All Purpose Household Cleaner and spray down the entire microwave.

Wait for 2-3 minutes. Â I know this is hard, but it makes wiping down the stuck on parts easy!
That means you have to use a very little bit of elbow grease. Â Save that for something more involved, like a stinky boy’s bathroom.
While you are waiting, take out the turntable and wash it in the sink.
After a few minutes, take a paper towel and wipe it out. Â All the gross stuff should come off easily!
See how nice and clean?
Now to freshen it!
Slice your lemon and put it in the cup of vinegar. Â I used a glass measuring cup for safety reasons. I’ve been known to melt things in and on things.
Poor ikea cutting board.
Add a bit of distilled water to the mix… about 1/2 cup.
Microwave on high for 6-8 minutes. Â The vinegar and citrus will permeate the entire microwave, cleaning and freshening it!
Just be very careful when it’s done. Â That vinegar water will bet hot, hot, HOT!
Now you have a clean and fresh, non-stinky, microwave!
Life is good when things smell fresh!













